Section 4: Operation
3.Test Blade-Brake-Clutch Control System
The mower is equipped with a blade-
The control system is a mechanical device which is subject to wear. Therefore, test the operation of the
4.Select Mulching or Side- Discharge Mowing
WARNING
Before installing or removing mulching cover, stop engine, wait for parts to stop moving, and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove ignition key on electric start models.
You can use the mower either as a mulching mower or as a
A |
B |
Figure 4-1: Mulcher cover
3.To remove the cover, slide the cover to the right (front of mower) to disen- gage the slot (B) from the mower deck and then pry the
MOVING THE MOWER WITHOUT ENGINE POWER
The mower can be manually pushed or pulled by putting the Gear Select Lever (C, Figure
To stop the wheels at anytime, release the Operator Presence Control.
STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE
DANGER
Do not operate the engine in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas that is odorless, colorless and tasteless. Always run engine outdoors and make sure there is adequate ventilation.
To Start the Engine
1.Move mower to a level area.
2.Release all controls on mower to pre- vent wheels or mower blades from rotat- ing when engine starts.
3.Move Engine Throttle Control (E, Figure
WARNING
To avoid injury:
• Keep hands and feet clear of mower blades or other rotating parts.
•Look behind you to be sure there are no obstacles before pulling recoil starter rope.
charge chute will lower itself for side- discharge mowing.
To install or remove mulcher cover:
1.Stop the engine and wait for all parts to stop moving. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Remove the ignition key on electric start models.
2.To install the cover, insert the right- side tab of the cover into the front sup- port bracket (A, Figure
C – Gear Select Lever | E – Engine Throttle | |
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F – Ignition/Starter | Control | |
A – Operator | ||
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B – Blade Drive | Presence Control | |
Control |
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D – Wheel Drive Control
Figure 4-2: Mower Controls
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